Healthcare Quality Improvement RN (Hiring Immediately)

The University of Vermont Health Network • Burlington, VT, United States • 1d ago

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Director of Patient Safety, the Patient Safety Coordinator assists in the functions of and furthers the mission of the department. The focus of the Patient Safety Coordinator's role is direct involvement in improving the quality and safety of care through risk assessment and quality improvement techniques.

EXPERIENCE:

Clinician with a Bachelor's degree in clinical specialty required, RN required. Master's degree in a health care related field desired. In lieu of education, experience will be considered. Must have 5-10 years of clinical experience in a hospital setting. 3-5 years experience in clinical risk management preferred, quality improvement, or patient safety improvement in a complex healthcare environment preferred. Experience in data review, manipulation and analysis preferred. Experience as a skilled facilitator using quality improvement methodologies to improve patient safety preferred.

ON CALL: None

Requirements:

Current RN licensure or compact licensure recognized by the State of Vermont required.
The University of Vermont Health Network is moving toward an all Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) workforce. All external candidates hired into, or current employees promoted to, a RN position will be required to obtain their BSN as outlined in the terms of their offer letter.
Appropriate experience in specific clinical area. Varies by unit.

Our Total Rewards Package includes:

Health Care (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Flexible Spending Account
Retirement Benefits (403b)
Insurance Benefits (Life, Long-Term, Short-Term)
Paid time Time Off

Joining our team has its perks:

We encourage professional growth and development
We ensure our nurses are truly happy and feel valued
We offer structured preceptorships and continuing education
We are committed to great patient ratios
Our team culture is unlike what you'll find at other hospitals
We've made significant investments in safe patient handling and mobility equipment
Nurses truly have a voice here through our shared governance

About the Area

Located in Burlington, the cultural hub of Vermont, you'll find all of the amenities of the best small cities, alongside the very best skiing and riding in the east (with six ski resorts within an hour of downtown). In Burlington, everyone can truly find what they're looking for to unwind; from Nordic skiing to mountain biking to backcountry touring.

Burlington has a robust food and music scene, with entertainment options for all ages. Designated the Healthiest City in the USA by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Burlington ranked highest in exercise, and among the lowest in obesity, diabetes and other indicators of ill health.

We offer a quality of life that is second to none in Burlington, the cultural hub of Vermont. With exciting signing incentives and relocation assistance, moving to Vermont has never been an easier decision.

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